All articles tagged with #uk law
Originally Published 25 days ago — by BBC
A white-tailed eagle in Newtown, Powys, went missing after its satellite tag was cut off and hidden, prompting police and wildlife authorities to investigate a suspicious disappearance, with efforts to locate the bird ongoing amid concerns over illegal persecution.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Constance Marten, a British aristocrat, and her boyfriend Mark Gordon were sentenced to 14 years for the gross negligence manslaughter of their newborn daughter, Victoria, who died from hypothermia after being born secretly and abandoned while the couple evaded authorities across England.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
London police arrested TV writer Graham Linehan over anti-trans social media posts, prompting debate on free speech and law enforcement's role in online speech regulation, with calls for legal clarification from authorities amid political and public reactions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
Graham Linehan, a UK comedy writer, was arrested at Heathrow over social media posts criticizing transgender rights, sparking a debate on free speech versus hate speech and online safety laws. Supporters see it as suppression of opinion, while others emphasize the importance of preventing online hate crimes. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in UK law regarding free expression and hate speech regulation.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by AL.com
British comedian Graham Linehan was arrested at Heathrow for social media posts criticizing transgender policies, sparking debate over free speech and hate speech laws in the UK. Supporters see it as censorship, while others emphasize the need to combat online hate. The case highlights tensions between free expression and protecting individuals from harm online.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
Yvette Cooper defends the UK's ban on Palestine Action, citing its involvement in violent incidents and links to terrorism, while facing criticism over the impact on free speech and protests, with over 700 arrests since the ban.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CBS News
Hundreds of supporters of the banned pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action were arrested in London during protests against the UK's law banning the organization, which was enacted after activists vandalized military planes to protest British support for Israel's actions in Gaza. The protests aimed to challenge the legality of the ban, with organizers claiming it restricts free expression, while police stated many protesters were onlookers or media. The ban followed a raid on an RAF base by activists protesting UK military support for Israel, and supporters are now contesting the law in court.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Ofcom is investigating four companies operating 34 porn sites to ensure compliance with new UK age verification laws aimed at protecting children from adult content. The regulator has begun formal probes into these companies, which collectively attract over nine million monthly visitors, amid concerns that some sites may be bypassing the rules. The new laws, which require age checks across various platforms, have sparked debate over privacy and effectiveness, with some calling for their repeal and others defending their role in online safety.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by WXII
Emma Watson received a six-month driving ban and a fine after being caught speeding in Oxford, England, with similar penalties imposed on her former co-star Zoë Wanamaker for separate speeding offenses, both having had nine penalty points prior to these incidents.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
Emma Watson was banned from driving for six months and fined after being caught speeding in Oxford, England, with her license already having nine penalty points. Her former co-star Zoë Wanamaker received a similar sentence for a separate speeding offense. Both actresses had their licenses endorsed with additional points, triggering the automatic ban under UK law.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo
Emma Watson received a six-month driving ban and a fine for speeding in Oxford, marking her fourth driving offense in two years, with similar penalties also handed to fellow Harry Potter star Zoë Wanamaker for a separate speeding violation.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by PC Guide
Nexus Mods will implement age verification for access to adult content in the UK and EU to comply with new laws, without blaming the new ownership, and is updating its content policies and categorization to enhance community safety.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Jacobin
The UK government, led by Yvette Cooper and Keir Starmer, plans to ban Palestine Action, a group protesting Israeli military activities in Britain, citing criminal damage but risking undermining democratic rights and legal protections for protest, with critics arguing the move is an authoritarian response to political pressure and international conflicts.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
The UK Parliament has approved a historic reform decriminalizing women in England and Wales from being prosecuted for any late-term abortions, marking the most significant change in British abortion laws in nearly 60 years, though some restrictions and debates remain.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
David and his daughter Catie have shared their experience of accompanying Alison, a terminally ill woman with motor neurone disease, to Dignitas in Switzerland for assisted dying. They kept the plan secret due to UK laws that criminalize assisted dying, which caused significant stress. The family is advocating for legal changes to allow terminally ill individuals to end their lives in the UK. The debate on assisted dying remains contentious, with concerns about potential pressure on vulnerable individuals. Membership in Dignitas from the UK has increased, reflecting ongoing interest in the option.